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1529
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$2,012.00
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L.L. HEPBURN COLTON NY PERCUSSION OVER/UNDER COMBINATION GUN. Cal. 38 over 12 ga. 32″ rnd bbls signed “L L Hepburn Colton NY”. Both back action percussion locks are signed as well. The gun is iron mounted with an engraved iron capbox in the stock and an engraved iron triggerguard. The bbl tang extends 5-1/2″ over the wrist. L.L. Hepburn was a gunsmith who lived in the village of Colton, NY, and was employed by the Remington Company of Ilion, NY, where he was at one time superintendent of the sporting department. Additional information on Hepburn can be found in The New York State Firearms Trade by H.J. Swinney. CONDITION: All the iron parts have a nice even patina and the stock is in good shape with only minor age dents and dings. Both locks need tuning up in order to make the gun work properly. Otherwise a fine example of Hepburn’s work. 4-59602 RG28 (1,500-2,500)
Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |